What is the crime like in St Lucia?


What is the crime like in St Lucia? There have been incidents of crime in St Lucia including murder, armed robbery and sexual assault. There is a continuing serious risk of homicides, primarily gang related and involving guns. Some incidents have taken place in public areas.


Is it safe to travel off resort in St Lucia?

It is absolutely safe to go off resort in St. Lucia. Just use common sense as you would at home: don't go into dark alleys late at night, etc. The Sandals bus only goes between the 3 resorts, to go to the town you will need a taxi (or a couple of miles walk, depending which Sandals).


Is there a lot of poverty in St Lucia?

The most recent poverty estimates are from 2016. They showed that 20.3 percent of Saint Lucia's population were poor (or lived below $5.50 dollars a day) at the time.


Are the people in St. Lucia friendly?

St Lucia is a magnificent country, with rich culture, natural beauty, and friendly locals.


When not to visit Saint Lucia?

The official hurricane season is July to November, and although the risk of hurricanes is very small, there are also tropical storms in the Caribbean region in this period. April and May are often great times to visit as prices are much lower than earlier in the year but the weather is still very similar.


What to avoid in St Lucia?

  • Be aware of your surroundings at all times.
  • Avoid walking alone after dark.
  • Avoid isolated areas.
  • Avoid showing signs of affluence or wearing expensive jewellery.
  • Avoid carrying large sums of cash or unnecessary valuables.
  • Stay in accommodations with adequate security measures.


Is St Lucia safer than Jamaica?

The people there are very friendly, just as friendly as Jamaicans. From what we've been told, St. Lucia is much safer for the traveler than Jamaica.


Can you drink the water in St Lucia?

Tap water in Saint Lucia is chlorinated and considered safe to drink. However, it's best practice for travelers to drink bottled water anyways to avoid the possibility of ingesting bacteria or other microorganisms.


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